Skip to content

Planning in Worksop

Approved
89%
63 of 70 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Worksop in the last 24 months, from Bassetlaw District Council's planning register.

Decided by Bassetlaw District CouncilCouncil page

Around Worksop

Postcode districts

S80 195 applications in the last 12 monthsS81 131 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bassetlaw District Council

For home projects and trades

About Worksop

Worksop is a market town situated in the Bassetlaw District of Nottinghamshire, England, near the borders of South Yorkshire and Derbyshire. Nestled along the River Ryton and adjacent to the northern edge of Sherwood Forest, the town has a population of 44,733 as per the 2021 Census. The nearby Dukeries area adds to the town's appeal, making it a significant location for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Worksop show an average sale price of £181,619, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Worksop area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Worksop a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Worksop planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Worksop, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 139 planning applications were submitted near Worksop. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Worksop?
In the last 24 months, 139 planning applications were submitted near Worksop. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Worksop?
The average planning decision time near Worksop is 84 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Worksop?
The planning approval rate near Worksop is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Worksop?
The most common type of planning application near Worksop is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Worksop?
You can search and track planning applications near Worksop on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.